San Francisco's Fourth of July fireworks show is visible through the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, Calif., on Thursday, July 4, 2013.

San Francisco's Fourth of July fireworks show is visible through the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, Calif., on Thursday, July 4, 2013.

Photo: Carlos Avila Gonzalez, The Chronicle

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Fourth of July Independence Day fireworks are seen over the Washington Monument, July 4, 2013 in Washington, DC.

Fourth of July Independence Day fireworks are seen over the Washington Monument, July 4, 2013 in Washington, DC.

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Leo Duncan sits in his stroller as his mother, Amy Duncan, sets up a flag before the start of the annual Hollyhock Lane Independence Day Parade in the Ottawa Hills neighborhood of Grand Rapids, Mich., Thursday, July 4, 2013. The parade a tradition in the neighborhood since 1934. less

Leo Duncan sits in his stroller as his mother, Amy Duncan, sets up a flag before the start of the annual Hollyhock Lane Independence Day Parade in the Ottawa Hills neighborhood of Grand Rapids, Mich., Thursday, ... more

Neil Thrasher carries the American flag at the start of a Fourth of July parade in the Meeksville community in Pike County, Ala., Thursday, July 4, 2013.

Neil Thrasher carries the American flag at the start of a Fourth of July parade in the Meeksville community in Pike County, Ala., Thursday, July 4, 2013.

Photo: Thomas Graning, Associated Press

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Patrick Ardis, 10, gets a high-five from his friend Porter Rosenberg, 10, left, while riding in the Cordova Independence Day Parade at the Cordova Community Center in Cordova, Tenn., on Thursday, July 4, 2013.

Patrick Ardis, 10, gets a high-five from his friend Porter Rosenberg, 10, left, while riding in the Cordova Independence Day Parade at the Cordova Community Center in Cordova, Tenn., on Thursday, July 4, 2013.

Fireworks explode over the Philadelphia Museum of Art during an Independence Day celebration, Thursday, July 4, 2013, in Philadelphia.

Fireworks explode over the Philadelphia Museum of Art during an Independence Day celebration, Thursday, July 4, 2013, in Philadelphia.

Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press

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Alexis Morris, 12, of Gloucester, Mass., sleeps under a tent with a display in honor of the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings while waiting for the Boston Pops Fourth of July Concert to start at the Hatch Shell in Boston, Thursday, July 4, 2013. less

Alexis Morris, 12, of Gloucester, Mass., sleeps under a tent with a display in honor of the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings while waiting for the Boston Pops Fourth of July Concert to start at the Hatch ... more

Fireworks light the sky over the U.S. Capitol, left, the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial during Fourth of July celebrations, Thursday, July 4, 2013 in Washington. Surrounded by scaffolding, the Washington Monument is closed for repairs after an earthquake in 2011. less

Fireworks light the sky over the U.S. Capitol, left, the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial during Fourth of July celebrations, Thursday, July 4, 2013 in Washington. Surrounded by scaffolding, the ... more

Photo: Alex Brandon, Associated Press

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Fireworks cap the Bloomington, Minn. 2013 Summer Fete at Normandale Lake Park on Wednesday night, July 3, 2013 ahead of the Fourth of July holiday.

Fireworks cap the Bloomington, Minn. 2013 Summer Fete at Normandale Lake Park on Wednesday night, July 3, 2013 ahead of the Fourth of July holiday.

Maya Cahady rides her bike in the annual Hollyhock Lane Independence Day Parade in the Ottawa Hills neighborhood of Grand Rapids, Mich., Thursday, July 4, 2013. The parade a tradition in the neighborhood since 1934. less

Maya Cahady rides her bike in the annual Hollyhock Lane Independence Day Parade in the Ottawa Hills neighborhood of Grand Rapids, Mich., Thursday, July 4, 2013. The parade a tradition in the neighborhood since ... more

The Walker family of Lafayette, La. relaxes while waiting for the start of the Boston Pops Fourth of July Concert at the Hatch Shell in Boston, Thursday, July 4, 2013.

The Walker family of Lafayette, La. relaxes while waiting for the start of the Boston Pops Fourth of July Concert at the Hatch Shell in Boston, Thursday, July 4, 2013.

Photo: Michael Dwyer, Associated Press

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Tinika Raasheeda wears patriotic glasses as she sings along with Lee England, Jr. at the Essence Festival's Family reunion day at Woldenberg Park Thursday, July 4, 2013. The Essence Festival embraced the Fourth of July holiday with free live music and family-style barbecue on the bank of the Mississippi River. It was the first time the festival hosted an outdoor event geared for families with stages set up along the riverfront and free performances. less

Tinika Raasheeda wears patriotic glasses as she sings along with Lee England, Jr. at the Essence Festival's Family reunion day at Woldenberg Park Thursday, July 4, 2013. The Essence Festival embraced the ... more

Fireworks light the sky over the U.S. Capitol, left, the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial during Fourth of July celebrations, Thursday, July 4, 2013 in Washington. Surrounded by scaffolding, the Washington Monument is closed for repairs after an earthquake in 2011. less

Fireworks light the sky over the U.S. Capitol, left, the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial during Fourth of July celebrations, Thursday, July 4, 2013 in Washington. Surrounded by scaffolding, the ... more

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Fourth of July Independence Day fireworks are seen over the US Capitol and Washington Monument July 4, 2013 in Washington, DC.

Fourth of July Independence Day fireworks are seen over the US Capitol and Washington Monument July 4, 2013 in Washington, DC.

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Al Mitchell, of Barnstead, N.H., salutes during the national anthem before the Boston Pops Fourth of July Concert at the Hatch Shell in Boston, Thursday, July 4, 2013.

Al Mitchell, of Barnstead, N.H., salutes during the national anthem before the Boston Pops Fourth of July Concert at the Hatch Shell in Boston, Thursday, July 4, 2013.

Photo: Michael Dwyer, Associated Press

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Fireworks light the sky over the U.S. Capitol, left, the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial during Fourth of July celebrations, Thursday, July 4, 2013 in Washington. Surrounded by scaffolding, the Washington Monument is closed for repairs after an earthquake in 2011. less

Fireworks light the sky over the U.S. Capitol, left, the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial during Fourth of July celebrations, Thursday, July 4, 2013 in Washington. Surrounded by scaffolding, the ... more

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Daniel Webb of Farmington, dressed as a member of Dygerts Company of Sharp Shooters, shows Daniel Stinson, 6, of Northville, Mich., how to shoot his 1863 Remington Contract Rifle. Photos of Northville, Mich., Fourth of July celebration called "Four Score and Seven Independence Day Celebration at Mill Race Village on Thursday, July 4, 2013. less

Daniel Webb of Farmington, dressed as a member of Dygerts Company of Sharp Shooters, shows Daniel Stinson, 6, of Northville, Mich., how to shoot his 1863 Remington Contract Rifle. Photos of Northville, Mich., ... more

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Fireworks burst over Addison, Texas during the Kaboom Town Independence Day celebration on Wednesday, July 3, 2013 at Addison Circle Park.

Fireworks burst over Addison, Texas during the Kaboom Town Independence Day celebration on Wednesday, July 3, 2013 at Addison Circle Park.

Visitors to the Statue of Liberty disembark onto Liberty Island from the first ferry to leave Manhattan, Thursday, July 4, 2013, in New York. The Statue of Liberty finally reopened on the Fourth of July months after Superstorm Sandy swamped its little island in New York Harbor as Americans across the country marked the holiday with fireworks and barbecues. less

Visitors to the Statue of Liberty disembark onto Liberty Island from the first ferry to leave Manhattan, Thursday, July 4, 2013, in New York. The Statue of Liberty finally reopened on the Fourth of July months ... more

A rider attends the "Burn Your Buns Bike Race," Thursday, July 4, 2013, in Conroe, Texas. More than 300 bikers celebrated the Fourth of July by participating in the annual race benefiting Bridgewood Farms, which provides help to special needs children. less

A rider attends the "Burn Your Buns Bike Race," Thursday, July 4, 2013, in Conroe, Texas. More than 300 bikers celebrated the Fourth of July by participating in the annual race benefiting Bridgewood Farms, ... more

Priscilla Stoffers, left, and Elle Stabler wait for the start of the annual Hollyhock Lane Independence Day Parade in the Ottawa Hills neighborhood of Grand Rapids, Mich., Thursday, July 4, 2013. The parade a tradition in the neighborhood since 1934. less

Priscilla Stoffers, left, and Elle Stabler wait for the start of the annual Hollyhock Lane Independence Day Parade in the Ottawa Hills neighborhood of Grand Rapids, Mich., Thursday, July 4, 2013. The parade a ... more

Visitors to fhe Statue of Liberty take photos as they arrive on the first tourist ferry to leave Manhattan, Thursday, July 4, 2013 at in New York. The Statue of Liberty finally reopened on the Fourth of July months after Superstorm Sandy swamped its little island in New York Harbor as Americans across the country marked the holiday with fireworks and barbecues. less

Visitors to fhe Statue of Liberty take photos as they arrive on the first tourist ferry to leave Manhattan, Thursday, July 4, 2013 at in New York. The Statue of Liberty finally reopened on the Fourth of July ... more

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Kamryn Posten, 8, foreground center, leads a parade, Thursday, July 4, 2013 during Fourth of July celebrations in Keyport, Wash.

Kamryn Posten, 8, foreground center, leads a parade, Thursday, July 4, 2013 during Fourth of July celebrations in Keyport, Wash.

Alex Antoni,7, of Keyport has a unique way to not use his hands during the watermelon eating contest at the Keyport Independence Day festivities Thursday, July 4, 2013.

Alex Antoni,7, of Keyport has a unique way to not use his hands during the watermelon eating contest at the Keyport Independence Day festivities Thursday, July 4, 2013.

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Fireworks shoot over the Hatch Shell in Boston during the Boston Pops Fourth of July concert rehearsal, Wednesday, July 3, 2013.

Fireworks shoot over the Hatch Shell in Boston during the Boston Pops Fourth of July concert rehearsal, Wednesday, July 3, 2013.

Photo: Michael Dwyer, Associated Press

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Riot police block protesters from marching towards U.S. Embassy in Manila, Philippines to coincide with the US' Fourth of July celebrations which incidentally are observed in the country as Filipino-American Friendship Day, Thursday July 4, 2013. The protesters are also denouncing the proposed "Access Agreement" being entered into by the government with the U.S. military. less

Riot police block protesters from marching towards U.S. Embassy in Manila, Philippines to coincide with the US' Fourth of July celebrations which incidentally are observed in the country as Filipino-American ... more

Matthew Usher looks up at the clouds to check for rain as he waits for a concert to start as part of the Independence Day activities on Thursday, July 4, 2013, in Nashville, Tenn.

Matthew Usher looks up at the clouds to check for rain as he waits for a concert to start as part of the Independence Day activities on Thursday, July 4, 2013, in Nashville, Tenn.

Photo: Mark Humphrey, Associated Press

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Residents and visitors of Alexander's Lake sit out on their docks and in small boats as they watch neighborhood fireworks as they celebrate Independence Day, Thursday, July 4, 2013, in Dayville, Conn.

Residents and visitors of Alexander's Lake sit out on their docks and in small boats as they watch neighborhood fireworks as they celebrate Independence Day, Thursday, July 4, 2013, in Dayville, Conn.

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Fireworks light up the Empire State Building along the Manhattan skyline during Macy's 37th Annual Fourth of July fireworks show, Thursday, July 4, 2013, in New York.

Fireworks light up the Empire State Building along the Manhattan skyline during Macy's 37th Annual Fourth of July fireworks show, Thursday, July 4, 2013, in New York.

Photo: John Minchillo, Associated Press

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Cub Scout Tristan Jenkins, 9, says the Pledge of Allegiance during a flag ceremony before the start of the Cordova Independence Day Parade Thursday morning at the Cordova Community Center in Cordova, Tenn. Thursday, July 4, 2013. less

Cub Scout Tristan Jenkins, 9, says the Pledge of Allegiance during a flag ceremony before the start of the Cordova Independence Day Parade Thursday morning at the Cordova Community Center in Cordova, Tenn. ... more

A kayaks line the shore of Lake Jean at Ricketts Glen State Park, Red Rock, Pa., on Thursday, July 4, 2013.

A kayaks line the shore of Lake Jean at Ricketts Glen State Park, Red Rock, Pa., on Thursday, July 4, 2013.

Photo: Jimmy May, Associated Press

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Ed Lunderman, a member of a Living History Musket Detail, fires his musket to represent "the Shot Heard Around the World" during a Fourth of July Patriotic Ceremony at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, Thursday, July 4, 2013, in San Antonio. less

Ed Lunderman, a member of a Living History Musket Detail, fires his musket to represent "the Shot Heard Around the World" during a Fourth of July Patriotic Ceremony at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, ... more

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A crowd celebrates during the finale of the Boston Pops Fourth of July Concert at the Hatch Shell in Boston, Thursday, July 4, 2013.

A crowd celebrates during the finale of the Boston Pops Fourth of July Concert at the Hatch Shell in Boston, Thursday, July 4, 2013.

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Shari Andrews, of Columbus, Ohio, rides a zip line during Independence Day activities on Thursday, July 4, 2013, in Nashville, Tenn.

Shari Andrews, of Columbus, Ohio, rides a zip line during Independence Day activities on Thursday, July 4, 2013, in Nashville, Tenn.